Meeting with an attny for the first time is VERY scary. I was terrified. Thankfully the firm/attny I chose could not have been a nicer group of people and the office was very calm. The firm I chose had restored a very old historical mansion into offices so it sort of felt like I was going to some body's house and not a scary law firm.
My attny spent several hours with me during the initial consult for free. My terror quickly turned to relief and safety as I finally felt I had *somebody* on my side. Of course I had family and friends supporting me but somebody who could really take over and guide me.
I remember I had to stop at the pharmacy after my initial consult and it almost felt like an out of body experience. The relief actually moved me to weep. I suddenly felt more safe and protected in a very comfortable way.
For me, learning about the legalities was obviously the priority but it was more for me. I felt like I had somebody in my corner that really cared and understood what I wanted and needed (and I don't mean asset wise).
I cried and cried hard during that meeting. My attny, the legal assistant, the paralegal and even the receptionist sat in that conference room with me and went over and beyond the call of duty to help me feel safe, comfortable, understood and taken care of. If I had to have such an experience I could not have asked for anything more.
I won't ask if you feel better because what is better really? I guess I will ask if you feel more comfortable knowing what you now know?
I am proud of you for going. It is not an easy step to take. But you did it. YOU DID IT. Much love to you!
